Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Architectural Designer

Architectural DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFremont, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent practical experience is required.
A minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience designing fast-paced commercial, industrial, and research and development spaces is required; tenant improvement project experience is preferred.
Expert proficiency in Revit, including advanced modeling, building information modeling coordination, and integration with multidisciplinary models, is required.
Knowledge of the California Building Code and Accessibility Design Standards is required.
Ability to multitask, prioritize deliverables, and maintain attention to detail under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment is required.
Interpersonal skills for working with diverse engineering disciplines, stakeholders, and external partners to foster collaborative problem-solving are required.
Practical knowledge of field installation methods, means, and materials, including troubleshooting constructability issues and adapting designs for on-site efficiency, is required.

Responsibilities

Support architectural design development from initial concept evaluations through construction drawings for permitting and on-site execution, ensuring designs translate effectively to field conditions.
Use building information modeling and Revit to develop three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
Drive standardization of Revit families, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency across projects.
Interpret and apply building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies.
Lead preparation of architectural documentation, including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, details, models, and renderings.
Coordinate architectural, structural, mechanical, and other building systems to ensure compatibility with design intent.
Collaborate with manufacturing, construction, facilities, and cross-disciplinary teams to address end-user requirements, resolve integration challenges, and coordinate building systems.

Desired Qualifications

Tenant improvement project experience is preferred.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Fremont, California
Requisition ID	264470
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Tesla is seeking an innovative Sr. Architectural Designer to join our dynamic Infrastructure Design team in Fremont, CA. Our design team spearheads the creation of cutting-edge R&D facilities, cell production, and manufacturing infrastructure across Tesla's sites. This full-time, onsite role within the Infrastructure group emphasizes forward-thinking design, cross-functional collaboration, and practical implementation to drive the future of sustainable energy and electric vehicle innovation. As part of a team that supports major product verticals at Tesla—including Energy, Vehicle SI, Robotics (Optimus), and Cell Manufacturing—you'll contribute to scalable design solutions that align with our mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Support the development of architectural designs, from initial concept evaluations to the completion of construction drawings for permitting and on-site execution, ensuring seamless translation from design to real-world field conditions
Utilize BIM/Revit in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components
Drive the standardization of Revit families, templates, and workflows to enhance team efficiency and consistency across projects
Interpret and apply building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies
Lead preparation of documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, details, models, and renderings
Coordinate building systems (architectural, structural, mechanical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent
Collaborate closely with manufacturing, construction, facilities, and cross-disciplinary teams to address end-user requirements, resolve integration challenges, and ensure precise coordination of building systems

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or equivalent practical experience
3-5 years minimum of hands-on experience in designing fast-paced commercial, industrial, and R&D spaces, preferably in tenant improvement projects
Expert proficiency in Revit including advanced modeling, BIM coordination, and integration with multi-discipline models
Knowledge of the California Building Code (CBC), and Accessibility Design (ADA Standards), with a focus on innovative design solutions
Strong ability to multitask, prioritize deliverables, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment while maintaining attention to detail under tight deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills for interfacing with diverse engineering disciplines, stakeholders, and external partners to foster collaborative problem-solving
Practical knowledge of field installation methods, means, and materials, including troubleshooting real-world constructability issues and adapting designs for on-site efficiency

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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